The libraries in Highlands County have been closed to the public for several weeks, but staff members have still been working to clean up the libraries, get new items on the shelves and make sure everything is where it should be. Since normal library interactions are not an option right now, the staff also […]
Library Columns
Find the Library at Your Place by Samantha Roll
It’s that time of the year again, when people around the country celebrate National Library Week. Established in 1958 by the American Library Association, April 19-25 is a time to highlight the changing role of libraries, librarians and library workers. The theme for this year was originally “Find Your Place at the Library” but, just […]
The Sun Will Rise by Vikki Brown
It has been a few weeks since my last article, and so much has happened. It is a little daunting when you sit and think about them, so don’t do that! I have a husband and two kids, both of which are elementary school age, and the husband also works. Fortunately, we are blessed enough […]
#AloneTogether by Megan Lancaster
I am not sure about you, but the last couple weeks have been a whirlwind for my family. As ⅔ of our family is immunocompromised the last couple of weeks have seen my husband, and only my husband, doing a lot of the running around. (Which explains why there are so many packages of oreos […]
Even More Online Library Resources by Jennifer McConkey
The public libraries in Highlands County are closed for public health safety, but there are still plenty of free online resources you can use to pass the time. From learning a new hobby to learning a new language, library patrons have access to many online classes, e-books, and audiobooks. RB Digital Recorded Books Digital, or […]
Using Library Resources During The COVID-19 Closure by JENNIFER McCONKEY
Did you know that you can check out e-books and audiobooks through the public libraries’ website? All three public libraries in Highlands County are closed until further notice for public health safety, but there are still plenty of ways to get new material during this time. Most of the online resources can be found through […]
A Beautiful Career in the Books by Vikki Brown
Changes are a daily occurence, just a fact of life. Some changes create excitement, and others create stress. There are people who change your life.The Highlands County Library System has some changes happening soon, and I would like to honor a person that is a part of those changes. She has been a huge part […]
International Women’s Day by Megan Lancaster
#EachforEqual Every year on March 8th International Women’s Day is acknowledged around the world. This day celebrated the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women worldwide. The first International Women’s Day took place in 1911 when Germany, Austria, Denmark, and Switzerland held rallies, supported by over a million people, for the advancement of Women’s […]
Spring Concerts at Your Library by Samantha Roll
Your Lake Placid Memorial Library will be hosting a concert on Saturday, March 21st at 2 pm. The concert will take place in the library’s beautiful back garden area and refreshments will be served. This is sure to be a popular event so feel free to bring your own chair or blanket to enjoy the […]
Spring Concert Event by Krystyl Farmer
Folk music is a genre characterized by the retelling of stories in song form. Often, only acoustic instruments accompany a folk singer but you might also hear spoons, hand-clapping, knee-slapping, and foot-stomping carrying the tune. If you recognize The Kingston Trio, Woody Guthrie, or Kris Kristofferson then you know a couple of folk singers. Traditional […]